February 6, 2016 — Acquisitions
White Wolf Capital announced its acquisition of Stag Arms LLC, a firearms manufacturer. Transaction specifics were not disclosed publicly.
Elie Azar, Managing Director at White Wolf, expressed enthusiasm about the purchase, stating the firm is "very excited to add Stag to our portfolio" and praised the company as "an iconic brand with a well-deserved reputation." Azar noted that founder Mark Malkowski would remain engaged as a consultant, bringing valuable industry expertise to the partnership.
Malkowski commented on the transition with optimism, indicating he was pleased to hand the business he founded "to a team that shares my philosophy and passion for the industry."
Stag Arms will continue manufacturing operations from its New Britain, Connecticut facility under a new Federal Firearms License.
Founded in May 2003, Stag Arms specializes in producing American-made Modern Sporting Rifles. The company became a market leader and among the largest MSR manufacturers domestically. Notable distinctions include offering both left and right-handed platforms and providing lifetime transferable warranties with infinite shot guarantees on barrels.
White Wolf Capital, established in late 2011, focuses on middle-market investments between $20-200 million in revenues. Priority sectors include manufacturing, business services, aerospace, and defense, with offices in Miami, Chicago, Montreal, and New York City.